New strategies for improving timber, mineral and wildlife values of forestland
In uncertain economic times, well-managed forestland makes better financial sense than ever. The LSU AgCenter invites you to come and hear expert advice on improving:
(1) Your timber’s growth and value through better planting, harvesting and marketing strategies
(2) Mineral revenues through negotiating good lease agreements.
Also, this conference qualifies for 3 hours of Category 1 and 0.5 Category 2 Continuing Forestry Education credits.
Michael Blazier, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor – Forestry
LSU AgCenter Hill Farm Research Station
LOCATION
The Hilton Garden Inn is located south of I-20, Downing Pines Rd. exit 113: Across from Ike Hamilton Expo Center, West Monroe, La.
AGENDA
7:30 – 8:15 Registration
Welcome
Getting the most out of mineral leases: advice for forest landowners – Paul Spillers, Attorney
New cost-share for improving plantation timber production and wildlife value with pre-commercial thinning – Wayne Roberts, USDA NRCS forester
Protecting water quality with forestry Best Management Practices in Louisiana – Dr. Michael Dunn, LSU AgCenter
Improving pine plantation growth with mid-rotation herbicide release operations – Dr. Harry Quicke, BASF
Break
Economic trends and the forestry market: timber marketing implications – Dr. Gordon Holley, Louisiana Tech University
Seedling type, subsoiling, and planting density influence timber production and land value of a droughty site – Dr. Michael Blazier, LSU AgCenter
New economic and legislative issues facing Louisiana landowners: role of the Louisiana Forestry Association – Buck Vandersteen, Louisiana Forestry Association
Noon - Release from meeting to view AgExpo Exhibits and sample Louisiana agricultural commodities SPONSORS
REGISTRATION
Note: Registration is on a sliding scale to encourage family participation and pre-registration.
Fees include refreshments and admission ticket to AgExpo Exhibit Building.
FEE: $15 before Jan. 12, Add $5 per family landowner and $3 per future family landowner after Jan. 12.
Make checks payable to: LSU AgCenter
Mail payment and this form by January 12, 2009, to:
Michael Blazier
Hill Farm Research Station
11959 Hwy 9
Homer, LA 71041
Registration Coordinator – Cheryl
SPONSORS
LSU AgCenter
North Louisiana Agri-Business Council
Louisiana Forestry Association
Forest Landowners Association, Inc.
Northeast Louisiana Forest Landowners Association